Recall 10V172 affects 40,028 2005-2006 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles for steering-column signal interruption that can apply brakes. Repair is free at any franchised Chevrolet dealer.
Chevrolet is recalling 40,028 2005-2006 Corvette passenger cars equipped with the tilt and telescoping steering column because repeated column movement can interrupt a signal inside the column. The "Service Active Handling System" warning can appear and one or more brakes can apply, pulling the vehicle right or left and raising crash risk; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The steering column in an affected 2005-2006 Chevrolet Corvette connects the steering wheel to the steering system. The tilt and telescoping feature lets the driver move the column up, down, in, and out for a comfortable driving position. These cars are equipped with the RPO N37 tilt and telescoping steering column.
On recalled Corvettes, repeated movement of that steering column can interrupt a signal inside the column. When that signal is interrupted, the active handling system receives bad information. The system can then apply one or more brakes without the driver asking for braking, which can make the car pull to the right or left.
There is no warning sign before failure. When the problem happens, the driver information center displays "SERVICE ACTIVE HANDLING SYSTEM," and the car can pull to one side as brake pressure is applied.
Who's affected?
Covers 2 Corvette model years tied to the same steering column component.
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | steering column |
|---|---|
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | steering column |
| Units affected | 40,028 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific car is included.
What's the safety risk?
The safety concern is a change in vehicle movement. A driver who does not respond to that change faces an increased crash risk. If your VIN is included, drive cautiously and arrange dealer service instead of waiting for a letter. Repair will be free at any franchised Chevrolet dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2005-2006 Chevrolet Corvette is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Chevrolet dealer and ask whether the free steering-column repair is open for your VIN.
- Reference recall number 10V172 when you call, and use Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438 if the dealer needs help locating the recall.
- Ask the dealer to perform the free steering-column repair that addresses the signal interruption behind the "Service Active Handling System" warning and unwanted brake application.
- Avoid repeated tilt and telescoping steering-column adjustments until the dealer completes the repair.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Chevrolet technician repairs the tilt and telescoping steering column condition that can interrupt the Active Handling signal after repeated column movement. The source remedy does not name a specific replacement part, so ask the service desk to confirm the repair listed for campaign 10V172 before the appointment. The dealer repair is free under the recall once available, and parts and labor are covered.
Timeline
| April 26, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 30, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V172?
Recall 10V172 covers 40,028 2005-2006 Chevrolet Corvette cars with a tilt and telescoping steering column. Repeated column movement can interrupt a signal in the column, trigger a "Service Active Handling System" message, and apply one or more brakes. Chevrolet dealers repair the vehicles for free.
What should I do if my 2005-2006 Chevrolet Corvette is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Corvette is included in recall 10V172. If it is, contact a franchised Chevrolet dealer and ask for the steering column recall repair. Reference recall number 10V172 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and the recall remedy says dealers will repair the affected Chevrolet Corvette vehicles free of charge. Use a franchised Chevrolet dealer for the recall repair.
What is the safety risk in recall 10V172?
The safety risk is unintended brake application after a steering column signal interruption. If one or more brakes apply, the Corvette can pull right or left. If the driver does not respond to that change in vehicle movement, crash risk increases.
What warning signs should I watch for?
Watch for a "Service Active Handling System" message in the driver information center. The recall filing says that message can appear when the steering column signal interruption occurs. If your Corvette shows that message or pulls right or left, contact a Chevrolet dealer and reference recall 10V172.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V172000 |
|---|---|
| Chevrolet customer service | 1-800-630-2438 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V172 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V172000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →